Business Administration and Information Systems (BAIS)
Graduate Degree Program
R.H. Smith School of Business
ABSTRACT
Combine your MBA studies with graduate coursework in information systems to create a unique set of skills and knowledge. It's just one more way the Smith MBA can help you distinguish yourself in a competitive marketplace. Generally, students take the MBA core courses and then complete the degree requirements for the MS in Information Systems program.
CONTACT
MBA/MS Admissions
2303 Van Munching Hall
7699 Mowatt Lane
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.2559
Email: ftmba@umd.edu
Website: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Recommendation (1)
- Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
- CV/Resume
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline |
|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | |
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | August 1, 2025 |
| International Applicants | |
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants | March 14, 2025 |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Other Deadlines: rhsmith.umd.edu/apply
Program Website: rhsmith.umd.edu/programs
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/application-process/step-step-guide-applying
The Office of Career Services (OCS) provides dedicated, professional support to help students launch their careers. The center links students directly to recruiters through a variety of services, including on- and off-campus recruitment and the online resume database, which matches a Smith MBA to the right industry position. The OCS also participates in regional and national career forums and job fairs, such as the National MBA Consortium, the National Black MBA Conference, the National Hispanic MBA Conference, the National Association of Women MBA’s Conference, and the Career Services Council.
The Smith School is located in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia corridor. This region offers one of the highest concentrations of culture, diversity, and career opportunities in the country.